2009 Audi Q5 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q5 (236 HP) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q5 weights approximately 398 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi Q5 (450 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (280 Nm). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q5 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Q5 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
